4609 Martin Street South, Cropwell, AL 35054 205-525-5161

Fax: 205-525-5162 Web Site: www.ollpellcity.com e-mail: ollpellcity@coosahs.net

REV. MICHAEL F. SEXTON, PASTOR

DEACON TERRENCE RUMORE DEACON SERGE BRAZZOLOTTO

DIRECTOR OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION: Parma Boyle MUSIC DIRECTOR: Charmaine Welch PARISH SECRETARY: Brenda Rochford MASSES: Saturday: 5:00pm., Sunday: 8:30am. and 11:15am. WEEKDAYS: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday at 9:00am. Wednesday at 7:00pm. OFFICE HOURS: Monday –Thursday 9:30am – 1:30pm. CONFESSIONS: Saturday 3:30pm. – 5:00pm. Or by appointment. MARRIAGE PLANS: Must be made 6 months before date of wedding

MORNING ROSARY: 8:30am. before Mass. MONDAY: Miraculous Medal Novena, following Rosary. EVERY FIRST FRIDAY: Novena To The Sacred Heart of Jesus – before 9am Mass Eucharistic Adoration 9:30am – 12:30pm

HOLY HOUR OF ADORATION: Third Sunday of every month at 7:00pm.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION: August through May/ Ages 3 through high school

Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church

Weekly Reading May 26-June 1 Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church Saturday, May 24, 2014

Mass 5:00 pm Sunday, May 25, 2014

Masses 8:30 am & 11:15 am

Please pray for the ill and shut-ins: Betty Brennan, Frank Dickinson, Dianna Marke-vich, Anne Forister, Alice Reid, Doris Gregg, Lexie Smith, Gene & Walton Smith, Peggy Gessler, Daniel Centilli, Andrew Centilli, Wilson Fletcher, Hildie Bowman, Matt Joiner, Jan Spencer, Pat Roberts Please pray for all our loved ones who are ill and our shut-ins. To add a name, call the church office; or to add to the Prayer Hot Line call Sharon Stice at 205-338-0207, or email: cocoapuff@centurytel.net Please note that names remain on the prayer list for 30 days and then are removed unless the Church Office is notified.

Monday: Acts 16:11-15; Ps 149:1b-6a, 9b; Jn 15:26 — 16:4a Tuesday: Acts 16:22-34; Ps 138:1-3, 7c-8; Jn 16:5-11 Wednesday: Acts 17:15, 22 — 18:1; Ps 148:1-2, 11-14; Jn 16:12-15 Thursday: Acts 1:1-11; Ps 47:2-3, 6-9; Eph 1:17-23; Mt 28:16-20 (for Ascension); otherwise Acts 18:1-8; Ps 98:1-4; Jn 16:16-20 Friday: Acts 18:9-18; Ps 47:2-7; Jn 16:20-23 Saturday (Day): Zep 3:14-18a or Rom 12:9-16; Is 12:2-3, 4-6; Lk 1:39-56 Saturday Vigil & Sunday: Acts 1:12-14; Ps 27:1, 4, 7-8; 1 Pt 4:13-16; Jn 17:1-11a; or (for Ascension) Acts 1:1-11; Ps 47:2-3, 6-9; Eph 1:17- 23; Mt 28:16-20

Sixth Sunday of Easter May 25, 2014

“I will ask the Father, and he will give you . . .

the Spirit of truth.” — John 14:16–17

Congratulations to those Students who have received the Sacrament of Confirmation: Daniel Denton, Andrew Frey, George Hannah, Layne Monistere, Jimmy Pittman, Sophie Poter-acki, Ellie Seales, Sawyer Stice, Nathan Young, Chase Robinson, & Mauro Marquez.

PASTOR’S MESSAGE

Sunday—May 25 Mass 8:30am & 11:15am *Last day of RE—Year End Brunch after 8:30 Mass *RE Registration 2014-2015 *VBS Registration Monday—May 26 Communion Service 9am Memorial Day Tuesday—May 27 Communion Service 9am Wednesday—May 28 Communion Service 7pm Thursday—May 29 Communion Service 9am Ascension Thursday Holy day of obligation transferred to June 1st Friday—May 30 Communion Service 9am Saturday—May 31 Mass 5pm *Confessions 3:30-5pm Sunday—June 1 Masses 8:30 & 11:15 am Ascension of our Lord *Youth Mass 11:15am *VBS Volunteer mtg. 9:30am

Calendar of Events May 25-June 1

This season of transitions and graduations is often bitter-sweet. The joy of achievement and looking to a new phase in life is sometimes tinged with the sadness of losing the familiar and the old. We are delighted to see many of our young parishioners graduating from college or high school. We recognized the high school graduates at the 8:30am Mass last Sunday. A gifted and accomplished group they are. We will miss them as they mi-grate to college, and we wish them well. The Gospel selection from John’s Gospel for this Sunday has its own paths and sadness. As Jesus announces his departure, the disciples feel vulnerable. Jesus, like a devoted parent, prom-ises his disciples that he will not leave them orphaned. Even as he announces his departure, he pledges to send the Spirit of Truth to guide and comfort them. We reach a highpoint in John’s Gospel. “The Spirit “ remains with you and will be in you” and “you will realize that I am in my Father and you are in me and I in you”. Here we are drawn into the very life of the Godhead. This is sublime thought too wonderful for words. This is the idea of theosis, or divinization, as explored by sev-eral Fathers of the Church. This is reflected in the Liturgy when the Deacon or Priest preparing the Eucharistic Chalice says: “by the mystery of this water and wine, may we come to share in the divinity of Christ, who humbled himself to share in our hu-manity”. Mystery indeed! _______________________________________________ Pastoral Council Elections: Thanks to all who participated prayerfully in selecting new members to serve on the Pastoral Council. You have selected the following new members: Beth Brouillette, Stephen Reese, Carl Rochford. Mark McRae and David Springer have been selected to fill the incomplete terms of Scott Denton and Paul Boyle Jr. Congratulations to all these new members. I know they will make a valuable contribution to the work of the Pastoral Council. A Word of Thanks and Appreciation: To Bucky Funderburg, John Stice, Elizabeth Thomaston, Scott Denton, and Paul Boyle Jr. for their years of service on the Pastoral Council. Their gifts and talents enriched us all. Welcome Home: To college students returning from college and spending the summer at home. Have a restful summer. Vacation Time: By the time you read this I will be on vacation in Ireland with family and officiating at another family wed-ding. You will be remembered each day as I celebrate Mass in a small country church. Thanks to Deacon Terry & Deacon Serge for their pastoral care of the Parish and to the visiting priests who will be here on weekends. Be back on June 6th “if the creek don’t rise”. Peace & Blessings, Fr. Sexton

The Love Pantry!!! The Love Pantry has requested that we bring cans of soup each week to help meet the needs of our Community. Total cans last week—55 Thank you for your generosity!

Adult Choir Practice on Thursday evenings at 7pm. If you are interested in joining the choir please contact Charmaine Welch 205-913-4967.

Surfsiders: Fun and Games Meets every third Wednesday of the month in the church hall. For more information call Larry Martens 256-338-6927.

Knights of Columbus Council 12270

The Knights of Columbus is a fraternal service or-ganization open to Catholic men, 18 and older, in good standing with the faith. Being a Knight is more than camaraderie: it is being involved with your community; it is supporting your church, while en-hancing your family life. Come see what we are all about. Contact: James Raynor 205-884-1777) or J.P. Willi (205-338-3131). Our website is : www.ollkofc.com.

The Legion of Mary The Legion of Mary is a worldwide organiza-tion of Catholic men and women, who offer

their services to their pastor to assist in performing spiritual works in the parish. Meets Mondays follow-ing Mass. Contact: Audrey Springer 205-365-0211

FINANCE NEWS July 2013-June 2014

Last week Actual Budget *Offertory: $ 5789.90 $5199.00

Year-to-date *Offertory: $251,629.48 $239,154.00

Includes Holy Days

Hospitality Coordinator Needed! Our Parish is in need of someone to head our Hos-pitality Committee. This person would be responsi-ble for all food related events here at the Church. This person would have several individuals to assist them with these events.

Church Sacristan Needed Our Parish is in need of a dedicated volunteer to chair the monthly Liturgy Committee Mtg. and assist in Litur-gical planning and coordination. Please call the Church Office @ 205-525-5161 if interested in either of these positions. Thank you!

Pro Life Corner

Our Lady of the Lake Spiritual Adoption Program

Month 1

Thank you for praying for me. I am 1 month old now. My organs have begun to form and

my Heart has started to beat. I will be most vulnerable during the next month to being aborted. Pray that the Lord of Life

might move the heart of my mother to give me the most precious gift—the gift of life.

A Reminder: Jesus, Mary and Joseph, I love you very much. I beg you to spare the life of the unborn baby that I have spiritually adopted who is in danger of abortion

Please remember to pray daily for your Spiritual Adopted Baby and the baby’s mother and father.

ASSIGNMENT LIST FOR May 28-June 1

VBS 2014 This year we will be traveling to the

deepest jungle filled with

When: June 16-20th Time: 6-8:30pm Where: The Deepest Jungle & Blue Ocean (Church Hall) filled with “Weird Animals”

Registration will begin Sunday, May 25th during the RE Year-end Brunch.

Please come by our table and sign up!

Sign up sheets are located in each foyer if you would like to help. There will be a volunteer meeting

Sunday, June 1st at 9:30am.

“Jesus’ love is one of a kind” Questions contact Brenda Rochford @ 205-525-5161 or Sonya Lewis @ 205-863-7305

WEDNESDAY 5/28/2014 7:00 PM Altar Servers Stephen & Sophie Poteracki Lector Sarah Brazzolotto

SEVENTH SUNDAY OF EASTER SATURDAY MASS 5/31/2014 5:00 PM Altar Servers Corey Funderburg, Marty Poteracki Greeters Larry/Rita Martens, Bill/Loretta Frost Lectors Larry & Sara Reese Ministers Lloyd & Terri Brown, Parma Boyle Ushers Cecil Rodgers, Jim Dale, Jim Gorman, Bob Nicholas

SUNDAY MASSES 6/1/2014 8:30 AM Altar Servers Matthew Reese, Matt Frey Michael & Anthony Emerick Greeters Frank Troncalli, Jennifer Euler Lectors Yolie Roy, Bernie Funderburg Minister Deacon, Michael, Teri & Carly Gagliano, Janice Stella Ushers Michael Gagliano, Rosemary Mateer, Gloria Rodgers, Isabel Loera

11:15 AM YOUTH MASS Altar Servers Paul Boyle, Ryan Murphree, James Lewis, Brennan Cardenas Greeters Natalie Newcomb, Jimillia Sayles Lectors Joe Pittman, Taylor Vernon Minister Deacon, Tiffany Rochford, Ryan Curran, Danny Smith, Ronni Gagliano Ushers Don Frederick, Chris Gallegly, Patrick Buckland, Tad Euler, Diana Skeivelas, Madeline Houk

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Finding God in Every Nook and Cranny With

Sister Melannie Svobada, SND Sr. Melannie’s retreat will focus on some of the places

we find God in our everyday lives. June 7, 2014 ~ ~ 9:30-3:00pm

Benedictine Sisters Retreat Center Cullman, Alabama

Cost: $30 (includes lunch & refreshments) For more info, call 256-734-8302

THE 3 R’S OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION * REVERENCE, RESPECT, RECONCILIATION BY: PARMA BOYLE, DIRECTOR OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

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Take time for a Holy Pause Family Questions of the Week Questions are based on the Sunday Gospel

Sixth Sunday of Easter Theme: We have the spirit of truth to guide us. May 25, 2014 Gospel: John 14:1-12 Question for Youth: Jesus promised us that the Holy Spirit (the Advocate) would remain with us always. When have you experienced the Spirit? Jóvenes: A pesar de todas las demandas de la vida de los jóvenes, ¿qué estrategia usas para conservar el amor como una prioridad en tu vida? Question for Adults: Which one of the promises in to-day’s Gospel gives you the most hope? Adultos: ¿Cuál de las promesas en el Evangelio de hoy le da más esperanza?

Religious Education 2013-2014 Every Sunday at 9:45 am

Grs PreK thru 12

COMING UP * MARK YOUR CALENDARS NOW! May 25 RE Year End Brunch 10am Last day of RE RE Registration for 2014-15 VBS Registration May 30 Bible Study 10am Gospel of Matthew June 6 First Friday Adoration 9:30am-12:30pm June 16-20 VBS A trip to the Deep Jungle & Blue Oceans filled with WEIRD ANIMALS where Je-sus’ love is one of a kind!! See add on next page June 22 Corpus Christi Sunday. Those who have received their First Communion & made their Confirmation this year are invited to join us at the 8:30am Mass for the Eucharistic Procession. Also Commissioning of Eucharistic Ministers

Registration for Religious Education

2014-2015 is NOW. Forms are available in the foyers and on our Web Page at

www.ollpellcity.com under the Education link. ALSO THIS Sunday, May 25, we will have forms in the hall at our RE Year End Brunch. All are welcome! Return forms to Parma or place them in the col-lection basket- labeled “Attention Parma”. Help us pass on the Faith.. Register NOW!

ALL YOUTH ARE INVITED IN MAY To Celebrate with us May 25 * Year End Brunch For Religious Education after the 8:30am Mass *Registration for RE Year 2014-15 *Registration for VBS check ad next page

Little Ones in Christ June 8* 12:30 -2:30 Last meeting before summer break…..Contact Joanna Murphree 473-1444

VBS coming soon June 16-20 Registration forms in the foyers. For contact numbers see VBS ad in the bulletin. Deadline for registration June 1st.

Congratulations to our Graduating Seniors: Mariah Toohey, John (Danny) Smith, Andrew Reese, Joe Pittman, Elena Mellana & Ryan Curran. Not present: Mauro Marquez, Andres & Marisol Loera May God Bless you and Keep you in the Palm of His hand

We will miss our Senior Altar Servers: John Smith, Andrew Reese, Ryan Curran & Taylor Vernon

Congratulations to the recipient of the

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Parish Messages Parish Messages

We Welcome the following Newest Member

to our Church Family William Sagy

Let us love one another. for love is of God and everyone that loves is born of God and knows God.

1Jn4:7 May you feel the warmth of His Spirit!

A Special Thanks…...to Susan Moseley who has agreed to serve as Church Sacristan, with special respon-sibility for the care of the church linens, altar cloths and vestments and coordinating the Church preparations for the Christmas, Holy week and Easter Liturgies. Chris Gallegly will continue to serve as the Day Sacristan with responsibility for keeping inventory of Church supplies and ordering them through the Church Office. We are so grateful to Susan for her generous sharing of her time and talents in the service of the Church. Thanks to Chris Gallegly too for his continuing service. Fr. Sexton

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